Bob Bay
Bob Bay
Seek the council of the Lord
Seek the council of the Lord
Seek the council of the Lord
Monday 1st April 2024
Bob Bay shares his journey of addiction recovery, emphasising the importance of seeking God's counsel in making decisions.
18 minutes
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Bob Bay
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Religion & Spirituality
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Seek God's counsel before making decisions.
- Building a relationship with God starts with small steps.
- Avoid treating faith as a transactional relationship.
- Relate personal struggles to biblical stories for guidance.
- Trust that God has a plan and purpose for your life.
God did work out all things for good. There was a purpose that came out of it.
Bob Bay takes you on a journey through the wilderness of addiction recovery, drawing parallels with biblical stories that offer hope and guidance. In this episode, Bob reflects on his own experiences of talking to God before making decisions, emphasising the importance of seeking divine counsel. Using vivid metaphors from the Old Testament, he relates the struggles of the Israelites in the wilderness to the modern-day challenges faced by those recovering from addiction.
Bob's candid recounting of his survival mode during his early recovery years brings authenticity and relatability to his message. He talks about how his coping skills were initially chaotic, but with faith and perseverance, he learned to follow God's guidance. Bob stresses that building a relationship with God is akin to forming a deep friendship – it starts with small steps and grows over time.
He also warns against treating one's faith as a mere transaction, advocating instead for a relational approach where trust and communication are key. The episode is rich with personal anecdotes and spiritual lessons, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking to deepen their faith while navigating recovery. Bob's storytelling is engaging and heartfelt, offering both practical advice and spiritual nourishment. Ready to learn how to walk in your promised land? Tune in to hear Bob's inspiring journey and valuable insights.